I’ve recently taken delivery of a large haul of what can loosely be called Sunshine Pop.
It‘s not a genre that crops up much here. It’s not everybody’s cup of tea, I suppose. Some find it a bit cheesy and twee, but for me it’s catnip. Ladle on the strings and horns, the harpsichords and harmonies, all laced with cheerful good vibes and I’m purring like a kitten having its tummy tickled.
I’ve only recently started exploring beyond the well-known acts like The Mamas & Papas, Beach Boys, Association etc. and it’s a bit like Northern Soul in that you have to sift through a fair bit of mediocre stuff before you discover the odd true gem. Like this little treasure by The Sundowners. It may be forty years old but I heard it for the first time last night and, for me, life’s just that teeny bit better for having done so.
I’m off to the Billet for a cold scoop now (and then another) with this lovely tune ringing in my ears, and I present it to the Massive in a spirit of good vibes. Have a groovy weekend y’all. Peace & Love.